Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. “Jesus, Jesus, like the fragrance after the rain.” This refrain from the song “There’s Something about that Name,” during the music portion of the Monticello Community…
Discovering autism
Discovering autism A spotlight on Kennedy Hayes Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. When families look back on the past two years of life in a pandemic, their recollections can include hardships that…
Aucilla visits the Capital
Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc. On March 12, a group of 89 students and parents departed the familiar roads of Monticello to spend a few days touring the many sights and monuments…
Ceiling crumbles at the Courthouse
Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc. On April 7, Monticello News personnel were alerted to some extensive damage to the Monticello Courthouse ceiling, where portions of the ceiling panels appear to be crumbling…
Let’s monitor County finances better
Lazaro Aleman ECB Publishing, Inc. In addition to the hiring of a budget officer to help monitor the county’s finances, Commissioner Betsy Barfield is pressing for implementation of other changes to improve…
Easter Egg Hunt a mess of success!
Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc. Amidst the giggles and delighted exultations of children and grown ups alike, the Jefferson County Recreation Park, located at 1380 Mamie Scott Dr., in Monticello, came alive…
Ribbon Cutting for new concession stand at the Rec park!
Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc. On Saturday, April 9, amidst the kick-off spring ball games, the Jefferson County Recreation Park held a ribbon cutting ceremony for their new concession stand. The new…
Major John L. Haynes (Ret.) throws first pitch at A.C.A. baseball game
Honoring an American War Hero before the Warriors played against the Patriots Patricia Smith ECB Publishing, Inc. Aucilla Christian Academy honored Major John L. Haynes (Ret.) on Friday, April 8, during their…
Mike Purvis to be remembered at tribute concert
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. Family, friends, fellow musicians and veterinary clients remember Mike Purvis (1954-2021) as one of the most kind, talented, and generous people they’ve ever known. When Purvis became…
Commissioners call for clerk to resign
Lazaro Aleman ECB Publishing, Inc. Notwithstanding a last-minute offer of compromise by Clerk of Court Kirk Reams, the Jefferson County Commission last week reaffirmed its commitment to proceed with an independent forensic…
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis signs Parents’ Rights in Education Bill
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis signed a parents’ bill into law which has seen national opposition from LGBT activists, the media, the Disney Corporation, and the White House itself. The law prohibits schools…
Celebrate Good Friday with Transforming Life Church
Submitted by Pastors Tim and Beverly Buchholtz Transforming Life Church (TLC) will host a powerful night of worship on Good Friday, April 15, at 7 p.m. Everyone is welcome to come and…
Lewis Benjamin Scott
Lewis Benjamin Scott, Sr., of Monticello passed away on Sunday, April 10, 2022, in Tallahassee, Fla. Mr. Scott was born March 18, 1938, in Greenville, Fla., the son of Robert N. and…
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis visits Monticello
Monticello receives $4.2 million grant Lazaro Aleman ECB Publishing, Inc. Governor Ron DeSantis brought his motorcade road show to town earlier this week in a visit that was partly award-presenting ceremony, partly…
Tri-County Electric commits $65M to install high-speed Internet in its service area
Lazaro Aleman ECB Publishing, Inc. Commissioners recently received the final report on the broadband infrastructure and construction plan from the consultant firm Government Services Group, Inc. (GSG), detailing what broadband services will…
Student Art Show now OPEN!
Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc. Saturday, April 2, launched the beginning of a month-long exhibit at the Jefferson Arts Gallery spotlighting the unique talents of local student artists. The walls of the…
Jefferson Mock Trial Team wins its case
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. Students from the Jefferson County Homeschool Association faced off in a mock trial against students from the Libertas Academic Cooperative in Leon County on March 30 at…
Donald Eugene Bailey Sr.
Donald Eugene Bailey Sr., 76, passed away on April 4, 2022, in Tallahassee, Fla. He was born on October 14, 1945, in Greenville, Fla., the son of William Ancil and Emma (McLeod)…
Charles Livingston
Charles Livingston, 72, of Monticello’s Aucilla Community finished his earthly course on Friday, April 1, 2022. Graveside services are at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, April 9, in Oakfield Cemetery of Monticello. Viewing-visitation is…
Ella Mae Bryant
Ella Mae Bryant, 89, of Monticello, Fla., answered the Master’s Call on Friday, April 1, 2022. Graveside services are at 1 p.m. on Sunday, April 10, in Mt. Olive Cemetery of Capps,…